Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | |
Engine | 6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 518 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 124.6 in | -8.3 in |
Length | 199.4 in | 205.0 in | -5.6 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 73.7 in | 0 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 58.0 in | -2.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4599 lb. | 4663 lb. | -64 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 23.8 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 37.8 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 59.1 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.9 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.5 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 58.7 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 42.3 in | -10.1 in |
Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 84.2 in (over 2 rows) | -9.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.9 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | -3.4 ft3 |
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The CL600 comes standard with active multi-contour front seats with heating/cooling and message functions. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
THe CLs lack rear seat room and entry/exit can be difficult and challenging at best. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz S-Class.